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Public rights of way

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  1. You are here: Public Ways
  2. Public Rights of Way Improvement Plan
  3. Enquire about or report a problem with a Public Right of Way
  4. Doorstep Walks
  5. Country Parks
  6. Local Access Forum
  7. Definitive map and legalities
  8. Apply to register or change a route

Public Ways

Map showing public rights of way in Rotherham

We have a mapping system which can be used to show you public rights of way in Rotherham.

See a map of public rights of way

What are the different rights of way?

Rights of way fall into one of four categories:

  • Yellow markers - public footpaths. For pedestrians only
  • Blue markers - public bridleway. For pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists
  • Purple markers - restricted byway. For pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists and horse-drawn vehicles
  • Red markers - public byway. For pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists and horse-drawn or motorised vehicles

Current way closures in Rotherham

Isn’t it irritating when you can’t take the route you want? Ways can be closed if a situation arises that affects public use of the way. If this is the case with your planned route you may wish to change the walk or take a diversion.

Path name Location Date from Date to Map
         
  • Next page: Public Rights of Way Improvement Plan

Downloads

  • Rights of Way Claims Register Documents

Found a problem with a right of way?

Please let us know if you've found a problem with a right of way. We can investigate the problem and arrange maintenance or contact the landowner

  • Report a right of way problem

Cross boundary routes

You might also want to check for any path closures in neighbouring areas. These can affect routes out of Rotherham into other areas.

  • See rights of way information for Barnsley
  • See rights of way information for Sheffield
  • See rights of way information for Doncaster
  • See rights of way information for Nottinghamshire
  • See rights of way information for Derbyshire

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